SAN DIEGO – “What is the state of literature by LGBT authors of color in the new millennium?” That is the question that will be discussed by two LGBT New York authors at San Diego’s new Central Library at the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Common, (330 Park Blvd., San Diego, 92111) Saturday, Nov. 9 at…
Marriage Equality USA (MEUSA) has announced a formalized partnership with Marriage Equality for Pennsylvania (ME4PA). Their mutual goal is to enhance the work and reach of both organizations until full civil marriage equality is attained for all Pennsylvanians. Both organizations are volunteer-driven and working at the grassroots level. “Working with allied partners in cooperative coalitions…
SAN DIEGO — San Diego State University (SDSU) has received the 2013 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education. As a recipient of the annual HEED Award — a national honor recognizing U.S. colleges and universities that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to…
NEW YORK – Today, National Spirit Day, Everyone Is Gay will launch an IndieGoGo campaign to raise funds for a new,one-of-its-kind digital presence to help parents of LGBTQ youth. The project will feature a video series that highlights stories from parents and children surrounding the “coming out” moment, and will also include advice from Kristin…
BETHESDA, Md. — Residence Inn by Marriott is partnering with Mombian.com and the Family Equality Council to host a travel-focused Twitter party for all parents who are lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or transgender (LGBT). Nov. 6, from 9:00-10:00 p.m. EST, families and experts representing the LGBT community will participate in a conversation that aims to provide travel resources, tips, as…
Oct. 17, Johnson & Johnson is “going purple” in support of Spirit Day. Spirit Day started in 2010 as a response to young people who had taken their own lives as a result of bullying. Observed annually, participants wear purple as a visible stand against bullying and in support of LGBT young people. In honor…
WASHINGTON — The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force celebrates the confirmation by the United States Postal Service that it will introduce a stamp commemorating LGBT rights pioneer and one of the first openly gay elected officials in the U.S., Harvey Milk. He will become the first openly LGBT elected official to be featured on…
The Pride Card has announced that its first BUYCOTT will be this coming Saturday, October 19. The BUYCOTT means Pride cardholders will get a special enhanced discount when they present their Pride card. A special BUYCOTT discount will be available Oct. 19 at these businesses: BABYCAKES 3766 5th Ave. San Diego, CA 92103 619-296-4173 BabycakesSanDiego.com…
PORTLAND, Ore. – adidas America today announced its endorsement of the Freedom to Marry and Religious Protection Initiative that would make it legal for same-sex couples to marry in Oregon. “Marriage is an important, individual choice that should be extended to everyone. It is time to recognize this important human right by affirming the freedom…
LOS ANGELES – Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) students seeking financial help for their undergraduate or graduate school education can take action by applying for a Point Foundation Scholarship. Point is the nation’s largest scholarship-granting organization for LGBTQ students of merit. While most students today face daunting monetary challenges as they weigh their…
